2005 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | S4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
